KATS students now have an easier path into college beyond technical degrees if they choose to go that direction -- or if their careers require it.

While there are some details still being worked out -- such as what will happen to the current KATS teachers benefits and vacation time -- both sides believe it will be good for the schools and the students.

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Changes ahead for two local schools -- Washburn and Kaw Area Technical School. They are merging -- WU will oversee KATS if everything goes as planned. Both sides believe this will be a good thing for the schools, students.

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